FAQ’s

What Exactly Is This Thing?

What is it?

Founded in 2014, the Craft Brew Races are a series of 5k road races followed by local craft beer festivals. Runners and walkers are welcome to participate in the 5k. A 3-hour post-race beer festival is held immediately following the races, featuring 30+ breweries, local food vendors, and musicians.

How much does it cost?

Every race and festival has an early bird, regular, and onsite price based on the date of the event. Please review each individual cities’ event page for specific pricing.

Free beer sampling included with your ticket (Event staff and security reserve the right to refuse service)

What if I don’t want to run?

There is a Brew Fest and Designated Driver ticket available for each event, so sleep in then show up for when the festival gates open at 12:30.

How long is the run?

All races will be very close to 5 kilometers / 3.1 miles. Please remember, that while timed, the Brew Races are a celebration of each city and their craft brewing community. The courses will not be USATF certified. Walkers are welcome!

Do I have to be 21?

YES. This is a 21+ event, no exceptions(No babies, infants and children and pets).We do not allow anyone under 21 into either the race or festival.

Do I need to present an ID?

YES. Yes, you will need your ID in order to receive your 21+ bracelet when you pick up your race bib prior to the race. The bracelet must be worn during the race and presented for entry into the Festival. After you have received your bracelet you will not need your ID again if you’d like to store it.

Festival Only and Designated Driver participants must present their ID at the gate of the Brew Festival following the race.

Is there a team competition?

Yes. There are awards for Largest Team and Fastest Team. Fastest Team will be scored based on the top 3 times with at least one male and one female participant. Team Info

What if it rains or there is severe weather?

The Craft Brew Races will be held rain or shine – we only cancel in the event of severe weather that would put our participants in danger. There is always the potential for extreme or severe weather conditions. Race organizers will do as much as we can to ensure the experience is as safe as possible. In the event of severe weather, the event may be delayed as we consult public safety officers. If there is more than a short delay, if conditions persist, or the forecast calls for extreme weather, we reserve the right to alter or cancel the event. Entry fees are non-refundable. Please check the website, our Facebook page and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations.

Are there refunds?

Yes. Registered runners may request a full-refund of their paid fee up to four weeks prior to the event. No refunds will be granted in the final 28 days before the event. Please contact us about refunds at info@craftbrewraces.com.

Can I bring my pet?

NO. We wish! But pets are not allowed during the race or in the festival. Thank you for understanding.

Can I bring my baby, infant, toddler, kid and stroller?

NO. Both the race and festival are strictly a 21+ events. No exceptions. Strollers are not permitted in the race or at the festival.

Is there an event cap?

Yes. Each event will be capped at 2,000 people to ensure a quality experience for all participants.

Are the races timed?

Yes. All races will feature individual athlete chip timing and results will be posted on this website and Facebook page following the event.

Are there awards?

Yes. The top three male and female overall finishers will receive a Craft Brew Races branded award at each event midway through the festival. There are no age group awards.

There are also awards for Largest Team, Fastest Team and Largest Brewery Team. Fastest Team will be scored based on the top 3 times with at least one male and one female participant.

Can I volunteer?

Yes. Absolutely! Sign up to be a volunteer at any Brew Race venue to help with race registration and/or course marshalling and as soon as the run is complete join your running buddies at the festival! All volunteers get a T-shirt. Space is limited! volunteer@craftbrewraces.com for more information.

Do I get a race shirt?

No. There will be plenty of Craft Brew Race shirts and merchandise onsite for sale. All participants do receive the following with their race entry:

Official pint glass (At the exit when you leave the festival)

Finisher’s medal

Live music

Food vendors will be selling at each event

Beer sampling included with your ticket

Is there a Designated Driver / Running Ticket

Yes. In addition to the standard Designated Driver ticket we now offer a ticket option that allows participants to run the 5k and then attend the post-race festival with a clearly marked, non-drinking Designated Driver bracelet.

I’ve already registered, how do I join a team?

If you did not select a team or want to edit/manage your team information, please follow these steps.